Research Analyst - Missile Defense Systems in Colorado Springs

Energy Jobline ZR; Colorado Springs (CO); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

IDA is seeking a Research Analyst in the S3D group to support the Missile Defense Agency at Schriever SFB, CO. The role focuses on analysis of C2BMC and BOA components of the MDS, requiring strong quantitative skills and the ability to present findings to leadership.

Responsibilities include independent analyses, test planning support, and potential travel. A DoD Secret clearance is required; IDA provides a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in a relevant field or Master’s with 6+ years of experience or Bachelor’s with 8+ years of experience, across eligible disciplines.
• Ability to collect, organize, synthesize and analyze data; communicate findings clearly and independently.
• Experience with data parsing, filtering and manipulation; MATLAB.

Responsabilités

• Provide technically rigorous analysis and decision support on C2BMC and BOA within the MDS.
• Support test planning and execution at MDIOC in Colorado Springs; assess system interoperability and performance.
• Brief senior leaders and other analysts on complex technical findings; travel may be required.

Connaissances

Data analysis

Strong communication

Independent work

Briefing senior leaders

Formation

Doctoral degree

Master's degree +6y experience

Bachelor's degree +8y experience

Outils

MATLAB

Description du poste

Job DescriptionJob Description

The Science, Systems, and Sustainment Division (S3D) has an immediate opening for a research analyst at Schriever SFB, Colorado to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) in analysis of the Command Control Battle Management and Communications (C2BMC) and the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) Architecture (BOA) elements of the Missile Defense System (MDS) in system level testing. The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) is a non‑profit corporation that operates three federally funded research and development centers to provide objective analyses of security issues, particularly those requiring scientific and technical expertise. IDA research staff members conduct multi‑disciplinary analyses in an environment encouraging rigorous, independent research on challenging and complex issues. IDA provides an inclusive work environment and a comprehensive, competitive salary and benefits package

Responsibilities

The C2BMC and BOA analysis group within S3D provides independent, technically rigorous analysis and decision support to MDA officials on the test and evaluation of these elements within the Missile Defense System (MDS) and will in due course require a very deep understanding of those systems. Based in support of the C2BMC program at the Missile Defense Integration and Operations Center (MDIOC) in Colorado Springs, the group evaluates all aspects of C2BMC and BOA performance, including maintaining a consistent integrated air picture, providing situational awareness, managing sensors, and assessing system interoperability. Analysts support test planning and execution, conduct independent and in‑depth analyses of test results, identify issues and anomalies, direct the efforts of other analysts, and support real‑world missile launch events, presenting findings to mid- and senior‑level military and civilian leaders across MDA. The work involves close interaction with government officials and contractors responsible for planning and executing MDS tests, as well as those responsible for developing, fielding, and operating C2BMC, BOA and other MDS systems. It requires strong scientific and technical skills, particularly quantitative analysis, and is conducted both independently and in small teams. Occasional travel may be required.

Required Qualifications

• Candidates must have one of the following education/experience combinations:
  • A Doctoral degree in Material Science, Mathematics, Chemistry, Astronomy, Biology, Engineering, Operations Research, Statistics, Data Science, Physics, Computer Science or a quantitative interdisciplinary program that encompasses one of these areas of focus; OR
  • A Master’s degree in Material Science, Mathematics, Chemistry, Astronomy, Biology, Engineering, Operations Research, Statistics, Data Science, Physics, Computer Science or a quantitative interdisciplinary program that encompasses one of these areas of focus discipline coupled with 6+ years’ experience; OR
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Material Science, Mathematics, Chemistry, Astronomy, Biology, Engineering, Operations Research, Statistics, Data Science, Physics, Computer Science or a quantitative interdisciplinary program that encompasses one of these areas of focus discipline coupled with 8+ years’ experience.
• Ability to collect, organize, synthesize and analyze data; summarize findings, develop and report conclusions. Able to problem solve in a clear and concise manner, have strong communication skills and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience with data parsing, filtering and manipulation; MATLAB .
• Must be an experienced briefer capable of expressing complex ideas and concepts to both senior leaders and other technical analysts.
• Current DOD Secret Security Clearance is required.
• Successful completion of a background check is required.
• This position is located at at Schriever SFB, Colorado.

Company Description

IDA is a non‑profit, federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) that delivers objective, rigorous analysis on the nation’s toughest security, technology, and science policy challenges. Our work is team‑based, multi‑disciplinary, and deeply impactful to defense.

IDA is a non‑profit, federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) that delivers objective, rigorous analysis on the nation’s toughest security, technology, and science policy challenges. Our work is team‑based, multi‑disciplinary, and deeply impactful to defense.

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